Researchers have clear visual evidence that a region of the human brain known as the ventral striatum kicks in during decision-making to weigh the costs versus the benefits of making a physical effort ...

We’ve all done it. We’ve chosen a diet or workout plan that will get us in shape; said we’re going to spend less time on our cellphones and more time reading; or committed to making the most out of ...

Motivation doesn’t typically disappear overnight—it fades slowly, slipping through the cracks of daily stress, digital ...

The neural mechanisms conferring reduced motivation, as observed in depressed individuals, is poorly understood. Here, we examine in rodents if reduced motivation to exert effort is controlled by ...

Source: Photo courtesy of Judy Willis, M.D., M.Ed. “What can I do to get my teenagers to put in the effort needed for success in school? How can teens build their skills, persevere through setbacks, ...

From motivational speakers to workplace seminars, we’re constantly reminded that putting in extra effort leads to better results. And while that tends to be true, it rests on the assumption that the ...

You don't need more motivation to exercise. You need BETTER motivation. Learn about the different kinds of motivation and how ...

Twenty years after McKinsey researchers declared a “war for talent” under way, organizations and leaders appear to be more talent-obsessed than ever. There are endless conferences, books, and C-level ...